Citric Acid

Citric Acid

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17 February 2022 at 13:43 #585887
Craig Pulley
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HI Chaps ,

Can anyone tell me the mix ratio for citric Acid to clean a old copper boiler

Regards Craig
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17 February 2022 at 13:43 #11123
Craig Pulley
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17 February 2022 at 18:41 #585939
Thor 🇳🇴
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Hi Craig,

Discussed before, see here. I use around 10g/litre.

Thor
17 February 2022 at 18:44 #585940
Samsaranda
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The stronger you mix it the quicker it works. Dave W
17 February 2022 at 20:24 #585962
BC Prof
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I use a very complex method. 2/3 fill plastic container with water. Add citric acid until no more will dissolve
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